Perhaps not surprisingly, China was the resounding answer, chosen by more than half (57 percent) of all participants.

The United States, the next most popular choice, received only 17 percent of the votes.

Buick Velite 5 to be sold in China (Chevrolet Volt in North America)

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Europe received 12 percent, though it was slightly surpassed by the 14 percent of responders who opted for “all of the above,” which is to say China, the U.S., and Europe would all see innovation, presumably at roughly equal rates.

Given China’s dire air quality in most major cities, and the public agitation it causes, it’s not surprising that vehicles with no tailpipe emissions are seen as both a way to cut emissions over time and a potential source of strength for the dozens of Chinese automakers.

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We wonder, however, exactly what the resounding expectation that China will be the source of electric-car innovation says about both the North American vehicle market and the companies headquartered here.

As always, please note that our Twitter polls are far from scientifically valid, due to small sample size and self-selection by those who choose to participate.